Application of 64-slice spiral computed tomography angiography in extremity vascular injuries
Authors: Y.B. Xia, G.M. Pan, C.J. Geng, F. Xue and Y.Y. Xie
The objective of the current study was to assess the utility of 64-row helical computed tomography angiography (CTA) in the evaluation of extremity vascular traumas. The extremities from 17 clinical cases of suspected traumatic vascular damage were evaluated using 64-row helical CTA. To evaluate extremity vascular traumas using CTA, volume rendering, mult.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(1):
- 2015.January.15.20
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.January.15.20
Isolation and molecular characterization of Leptospira borgpetersenii serovar Hardjo strain Hardjobovis in the urine of naturally infected cattle in Brazil
Authors: R.T. Chideroli1, U.P. Pereira2, D.D. Gon�§alves3, A.Y. Nakamura4, A.A. Alfieri5, A.F. Alfieri5 and J.C. Freitas1
Most epidemiologic studies on bovine leptospirosis are based on serological tests that use antibodies against several serotypes, including the serovar Hardjo, which is widespread and considered to be the most adapted to bovine hosts. However, using only serological studies is not sufficient to identify and distinguish species of leptospires. The aim of th.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(1):
- gmr.15018473
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15018473
Dopamine receptor D1 but not D3 essential for morphine-induced conditioned responses
Authors: Y.P. Wang, S.G. Wei, Y.S. Zhu, B. Zhao, X. Xun and J.H. Lai
Recent studies indicate the involvement of dopamine receptors D1 and D3 in the regulation of locomotor stimulant and conditioned responses to morphine in mice. Moreover, expression of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) may be modulated by D1 and D3 receptor activities in the nucleus accumbens (NAc) and prefrontal cortex (PFC). However, the underlyin.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(1):
- 2015.January.16.1
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.January.16.1
Diallel analysis of leaf disease resistance in inbred Brazilian popcorn cultivars
Authors: R.A. Vieira, C.A. Scapim, L.M. Moterle, D.J. Tessmann, T.V. Conrado and A.T. Amaral J�ºnior
We estimated general and specific combining abilities and examined resistance to northern leaf blight (Exserohilum turcicum) and to gray leaf spot (Cercospora zeae-maydis) in a set of nine inbred popcorn lines. These inbreds were crossed in a complete diallel scheme without reciprocals, which produced 36 F1 hybrids. Two experi.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 8(4):
- vol8-4gmr655
- DOI:
- 10.4238/vol8-4gmr655
Bioinformatic analysis of phage AB3, a phiKMV-like virus infecting Acinetobacter baumannii
Authors: J. Zhang, X. Liu and X.-J. Li
The phages of Acinetobacter baumannii has drawn increasing attention because of the multi-drug resistance of A. baumanni. The aim of this study was to sequence Acinetobacter baumannii phage AB3 and conduct bioinformatic analysis to lay a foundation for genome remodeling and phage therapy. We isolated and sequenced A. baumannii phage AB3 and attempted to a.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(1):
- 2015.January.16.2
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.January.16.2
Absence of the exon 1 coding sequence of the androgen receptor gene associated with teratozoospermia in a Brazilian population
Authors: W.E.J.C. Mesquita, M.S. Approbato, K.K.V.O. Moura, and R.S.A. JesuÃ?Âno
The androgen receptor (AR) is a protein encoded by the AR gene, which when mutated may affect spermatogenesis, the process in which spermatozoa are produced; thus, AR mutations could lead to male infertility. We examined exon 1 of the AR gene in men with idiopathic infertility. Blood or semen samples from 111 infertile, oligoz.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 8(4):
- vol8-4gmr686
- DOI:
- 10.4238/vol8-4gmr686
Construction and identification of recombinant adenovirus carrying human TIMP-1shRNA geneg
Authors: Y.L. Sun, H. Xie, H.L. Lin, Q. Feng and Y. Liu
The aim of this study was to construct the recombinant adenovirus carrying human TIMP-1shRNA gene expression system for preliminary identification to lay the foundation for the further study of gene therapy. Using the Adeno-XTM system, the recombinant adenovirus plasmid pAdeno-XTM green fluorescent protein (GFP)-tissue inhibitor of metalloprotease (TIMP)-.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(1):
- 2015.January.16.3
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.January.16.3
Estimates of genetic parameters for stayability and their associations with traits of economic interest in Gir dairy cows
Authors: R.M.O. Silva1,2, A.A. Boligon2, A.R. Fernandes3, A.E. Vercesi Filho4, L. El Faro4, H. Tonhati2, L.G. Albuquerque2 and A.B. Fraga1
The objective of the present study was to estimate genetic parameters for stayability at 60 months of age (STAY60) and its association with first lactation cumulative milk yield (P305), age at first calving (AFC), and first calving interval (FCI), in order to adopt these traits as selection criteria for longevity in Gir dairy cattle. Records for 2770 cows.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(1):
- gmr.15016958
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15016958
Relationship between liver and low rumen pH in goat
Authors: Z. Xie, X. Jiang, P. Ye, Y. Zhang, Y. Ni, S. Zhuang and X. Shen
The aim of this study was to analyze the response of dry goat liver to sub-acute ruminal acidosis induced by a highly concentrated diet. Non-pregnant, non-lactating female Poll-goats (N = 12) were randomly assigned to either a high-concentrate (HG) or a low-concentrate (LG) diet. Low rumen pH was successfully induced with HG (more than 3 h with rumen pH S.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(1):
- 2015.January.16.4
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.January.16.4
Characterization of an endophytic bacterial community associated with Eucalyptus spp
Authors: R.E.L. Proc�³pio, W.L. Ara�ºjo, W. Maccheroni Jr. and J.L. Azevedo
Endophytic bacteria were isolated from stems of Eucalyptus spp (Eucalyptus citriodora, E. grandis, E. urophylla, E. camaldulensis, E. torelliana, E. pellita, and a hybrid of E. grandis and E. urophylla) cultivated at two sites; they were characterized by RAPD and amplified rDNA restriction analysis (ARDRA). Endophytic bacteria.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 8(4):
- vol8-4gmr691
- DOI:
- 10.4238/vol8-4gmr691